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HitchinHoly

By Holy Saviour Church, Hitchin

Thoughts and reflections from Holy Saviour Church, Hitchin.
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Wednesday Reflection 4 October 2023

HitchinHolyOct 04, 2023

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Sunday Sermon 28 April 2024

Sunday Sermon 28 April 2024

In the Sunday Sermon for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Jean reflects on the image of Jesus as the vine, and the need for us to share our faith. Hymn 'We sing the praise of Him who died', CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Apr 27, 202410:38
Wednesday Reflection 24 April 2024

Wednesday Reflection 24 April 2024

Today, Martin reflects on springtime, creation and rebirth. We end with the hymn, "All People That On Earth Do Dwell".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Apr 24, 202406:42
Wednesday Reflection 17 April 2024

Wednesday Reflection 17 April 2024

Today, Father Ian reflects on saints and how we regard them. We end with the hymn, "For All The Saints".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Apr 17, 202409:54
Sunday Sermon 14 April 2024

Sunday Sermon 14 April 2024

Father Ian reflects on the role of Jesus's resurrection in freeing us from illusion. Hymn, 'The King of Love my shepherd is', CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Apr 13, 202411:28
Wednesday Reflection 10 April 2024

Wednesday Reflection 10 April 2024

Today, Mike reflects on the meaning of the Easter message. We end with the hymn, "Go Forth And Tell!".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Apr 10, 202407:02
Sunday Sermon 7 April 2024

Sunday Sermon 7 April 2024

Father Ian reflects on the Apostle Thomas's response to Jesus's resurrection. Hymn, 'Crown Him with Many Crowns': CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Apr 06, 202411:12
Wednesday Reflection 3 April 2024

Wednesday Reflection 3 April 2024

Today, Jean reflects on the Paschal Candle and its significance in the Easter liturgy. We end with the hymn, "Crown Him With Many Crowns".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Apr 03, 202406:22
Sunday Sermon 31 March 2024

Sunday Sermon 31 March 2024

Father Ian reflects on the joy of the first Easter. Hymn: 'Jesus Christ is Risen Today', CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Mar 30, 202409:48
Wednesday Reflection 27 March 2024

Wednesday Reflection 27 March 2024

Today, Martin reflects on the dilemma faced by Pontius Pilate. We end with the hymn, "And Can It Be?"

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Mar 27, 202408:43
Sunday Sermon 24 March 2024

Sunday Sermon 24 March 2024

Father Ian reflects on the parallels between Christ's Passion and our own times of trial and suffering Hymn, 'Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?': CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Mar 23, 202410:47
Wednesday Reflection 20 March 2024

Wednesday Reflection 20 March 2024

Father Ian reflects on the life of St Patrick and the example he set for us all. We end with the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Mar 20, 202411:09
Sunday Sermon 17 March 2024

Sunday Sermon 17 March 2024

Father Ian reflects on the theme of dying to self.

Hymn: 'And Can It Be': CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Mar 16, 202410:52
Wednesday Reflection 13 March 2024

Wednesday Reflection 13 March 2024

Mike considers the 18th century hymn-writer, Isaac Watts, and his hymn, "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Mar 13, 202407:53
Sunday Sermon 10 March 2024

Sunday Sermon 10 March 2024

Mike reflects on healing, and the Israelites' wandering in the wilderness. Anthem, God So Loved the World, by John Stainer: CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Mar 09, 202414:05
Wednesday Reflection 6 March 2024

Wednesday Reflection 6 March 2024

Jean tells us about the World Day of Prayer service she attended, prepared by Christian women of Palestine. We end with the hymn, "Put Peace Into Each Other's Hands". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Mar 06, 202407:32
Sunday Sermon 3 March 2024

Sunday Sermon 3 March 2024

Father Ian reflects on Jesus's anger as shown in the cleansing of the Temple. Hymn 'At the Name of Jesus' CC from the Church of England: CCLI #1025791

Mar 02, 202412:06
Wednesday Reflection 28 February 2024

Wednesday Reflection 28 February 2024

For St David's Day tomorrow, Martin reflects on the words of the hymn, "Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Feb 28, 202405:49
Sunday Sermon 25 February 2024

Sunday Sermon 25 February 2024

Father Ian reflects on the notion of taking up the cross, and the nature of discipleship. We end with the hymn 'Dear Lord and Father of Mankind'

Hymn: CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Feb 24, 202409:03
Wednesday Reflection 21 February 2024

Wednesday Reflection 21 February 2024

To mark the start of Lent, Father Ian reflects on renewal and transformation. We end with the hymn, "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Feb 21, 202410:40
Sunday Sermon 18 February 2024

Sunday Sermon 18 February 2024

Father Ian reflects on temptation. Hymn: Lead me, Heavenly Father, lead me CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Feb 17, 202409:33
Wednesday Reflection 14 February 2024

Wednesday Reflection 14 February 2024

Today, Ash Wednesday, Mike reflects on overcoming pain. We end with the anthem, "Lord For Thy Tender Mercy's Sake".

Anthem: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Feb 14, 202407:06
Sunday Sermon 11 February 2024

Sunday Sermon 11 February 2024

Father Ian reflects on the human face, and how it relates to our inner nature.

Feb 10, 202412:04
Wednesday Reflection 7 February 2024

Wednesday Reflection 7 February 2024

Today, Jean tells us about the life of the Apostle of the North, St Ansgar. We end with the hymn, "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Feb 07, 202407:06
Sunday Sermon 4 February 2024

Sunday Sermon 4 February 2024

Father Ian reflects on the miracle of the Incarnation

Feb 04, 202408:32
Wednesday Reflection 31 January 2024

Wednesday Reflection 31 January 2024

Today, Martin contrasts the busyness of Christmas and Epiphany with the stillness of Candlemas. We end with the hymn, "Be Still, For The Presence Of The Lord".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Jan 31, 202407:14
Sunday Sermon 28 January 2024

Sunday Sermon 28 January 2024

Father Ian reflects on the Holy Family.

Jan 27, 202410:21
Wednesday Reflection 24 January 2024

Wednesday Reflection 24 January 2024

In this Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Father Ian reflects on unity and division. We end with the hymn, "The Church's One Foundation".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Jan 24, 202407:31
Sunday Sermon 21 January 2024

Sunday Sermon 21 January 2024

The Sunday Sermon for the Third Sunday of Epiphany, from Holy Saviour, Hitchin

Jan 20, 202410:04
Wednesday Reflection 17 January 2024

Wednesday Reflection 17 January 2024

Mike reflects on despair, and the saving grace of Jesus Christ. We end with the hymn, "Seek Ye First The Kingdom Of God".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Jan 17, 202407:58
Sunday Sermon 14 January 2024

Sunday Sermon 14 January 2024

In the Sunday Sermon for the Second Sunday of Epiphany, Father Ian reflects on Nathaniel's response to Jesus in John 1: 43-21 and the light it sheds on our own calling by Jesus.

Jan 14, 202409:50
Wednesday Reflection 10 January 2024

Wednesday Reflection 10 January 2024

Jean reflects on the significance of Epiphany, the day we remember the three kings who visited Baby Jesus. We end with the hymn, "As With Gladness Men Of Old".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Jan 10, 202406:25
Sunday Sermon 7 January 2024

Sunday Sermon 7 January 2024

The Sunday Sermon for the First Sunday of Epiphany, from Holy Saviour, Hitchin 'We Three Kings of Orient Are': CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

Jan 06, 202412:04
Wednesday Reflection 3 January 2024

Wednesday Reflection 3 January 2024

Today, Martin reflects on gifts. We end with the hymn, "Lord, For The Years".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Jan 03, 202406:52
Wednesday Reflection 27 December 2023

Wednesday Reflection 27 December 2023

Father Ian tells us about the massacre of the Holy Innocents by King Herod, and reflects on lessons for us all for today. We end with the hymn, "For The Beauty Of The Earth".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Dec 27, 202306:51
Wednesday Reflection 20 December 2023

Wednesday Reflection 20 December 2023

Today Mike brings us a thoughtful Christmas message. We end with the carol, "Angels From The Realms Of Glory".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Dec 20, 202308:44
Wednesday Reflection 13 December 2023

Wednesday Reflection 13 December 2023

Jean reflects on the Hitchin Christmas Tree Festival, and also on the events leading up to the birth of Jesus. We end with the hymn, "Hail To The Lord's Anointed".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Dec 13, 202307:08
Wednesday Reflection 6 December 2023

Wednesday Reflection 6 December 2023

Christmas is a time for families, and today Martin reflects on the Holy Family. We end with the hymn, "For Mary, Mother Of Our Lord".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Dec 06, 202305:60
Wednesday Reflection 29 November 2023

Wednesday Reflection 29 November 2023

Father Ian reflects on Advent, which begins on Sunday, and the coming of the light of Christ. We end with the hymn, "Hark, A Thrilling Voice Is Sounding".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Nov 29, 202309:26
Wednesday Reflection 22 November 2023

Wednesday Reflection 22 November 2023

Mike reflects on how the poem "The Hound Of Heaven" by Francis Thompson helps our understanding of God. We end with the hymn, "Christ Is The One Who Calls".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Nov 22, 202306:36
Wednesday Reflection 15 November 2023

Wednesday Reflection 15 November 2023

Jean tells us about St Margaret, Queen of Scotland, founder of churches and monasteries. We end with the hymn, "In Heavenly Love Abiding".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Nov 15, 202306:05
WR 8 November 2023

WR 8 November 2023

Martin reflects on remembrance and hope, and talks about the significance of Advent. We end with the hymn, "All My Hope On God Is Founded".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Nov 08, 202306:09
Wednesday Reflection 1 November 2023

Wednesday Reflection 1 November 2023

Today Father Ian talks about All Souls Day, which is marked tomorrow (2nd November). We end with the hymn, "Lord Of All Hopefulness".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Nov 01, 202307:30
Wednesday Reflection 25 October 2023

Wednesday Reflection 25 October 2023

Mike describes a recent children's activity at Holy Saviour Church, and what we can all learn from it.

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Oct 25, 202308:10
Wednesday Reflection 18 October 2023

Wednesday Reflection 18 October 2023

Today, Jean reflects on the life of St Luke the Evangelist. We end with the hymn, "Come Down O Love Divine".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Oct 18, 202307:14
Wednesday Reflection 11 October 2023

Wednesday Reflection 11 October 2023

Today Father Ian reflects on the mystery of God. We end with the hymn, "And Can It Be?".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Oct 11, 202311:24
Wednesday Reflection 4 October 2023

Wednesday Reflection 4 October 2023

Mike reflects on the life of St Francis, whose feast day we celebrate today. We end with the hymn, "And Can It Be?".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​


Oct 04, 202310:09
Wednesday Reflection 27 September 2023

Wednesday Reflection 27 September 2023

Jean tells us about the Victorian priest and reformer, John Coleridge Patteson. We end with the hymn, "For The Healing Of The Nations".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Sep 27, 202306:28
Wednesday Reflection 20 September 2023

Wednesday Reflection 20 September 2023

Martin reflects on troubled times and shares a message of hope. We end with the hymn, "In A World Where People Walk In Darkness".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Sep 20, 202306:35
Wednesday Reflection 13 September 2023

Wednesday Reflection 13 September 2023

Today Father Ian reflects on the words from Psalm 95, "Harden not your heart". We end with the hymn, "Dear Lord And Father Of Mankind".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Sep 13, 202310:58
Wednesday Reflection 6 September 2023

Wednesday Reflection 6 September 2023

Today Mike reflects on the peace of God. We end with the hymn, "Jesu Lover Of My Soul".

Hymn: CC from the Church of England

CCLI #1025791​​

Sep 06, 202306:32